Sexual Health

27 June 2011

Can oral sex give you cancer?

Some types of oral cancer are linked to human papilloma virus (HPV) infection in the mouth and throat. Find out the possible risks of this infection from oral sex, and ...
27 June 2011

Chlamydia

Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) particularly in young adults. Often percieved as a 'female' infection this bacterial infection found in semen and vaginal fluids effects ...
23 June 2011

Glastonbury-Goers Get Sexual Health Support

HIV and sexual health charity Terrence Higgins Trust (THT) is providing six volunteer support workers at this year’s Glastonbury Festival to help revellers look after their sexual health. THT volunteers will ...
8 June 2011

Orgasm in a bottle

Last month it was reported that orgasm could offer relief for the 3 million people thought to suffer with the unusual condition of Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) in the UK. ...
7 June 2011

Testicular Cancer - Be Aware

Testicular cancer although a relatively rare thing is a disease that is more often found in younger men with those between the ages of 15 and 35 being most at risk. It's a ...
31 May 2011

Penis facts - You May Not Ask

Did you know it has a mind of its own or that it is shaped like a boomerang, well read on... Penis length flaccid and erect There is no consistent relationship between ...

13 May 2011

Bacterial Vaginosis - All That Glitters?

Research by Balance Activ, the experts on intimate health, has revealed the disparity between women’s attitudes and practices towards looking good ‘down below’ and their lack of knowledge about basic ...

14 January 2011

Is It Time To Get Checked?

  Now it has become easier to find more information about infections and to get tested confidentially. Today saw the launch of an Anonymous Notification Service on www.thesticlinic.com which will notify clients ...
8 December 2010

Now It's The Men's Turn

With what seems like an ever growing catalogue of contraceptive options for women you can pick and choose your way through the list until you find one that’s just right ...
2 December 2010

HPV Vaccinations for Boys

A huge majority of people in the UK have indicated that they want the vaccination for the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) to include boys and not just girls. In a survey ...

25 April 2010

STI Tests Now A Bigger Milestone Than Meeting The Parents

Frank discussions about the importance of being tested for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as chlamydia are the most important indicator of a lasting relationship, according to a surprising new ...
18 February 2010

What Do You Know About Sex?

England’s Sexual Health Quiz kicks off today, and is the first of its kind to see how parents’ knowledge of the birds and the bees stacks up against that of ...
13 January 2010

How Much Do You Know About STIs?

14th January sees the launch of a new initiative, STIQ Day, that aims to promote awareness of the serious issue of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and encourages people to get ...
18 December 2009

Dangers Of A Festive Fling

The Office Party is always a night to remember, wild dancing on the tables, too many alcoholic drinks drunk and maybe that Christmas kiss under the mistletoe with that dreamy ...

19 November 2009

Poor Quality Sex Talk Putting Sexual Health In Peril

A new survey released today suggests as many as one in ten people (11%) don’t realise that a woman can still get pregnant if she has sex standing up.Other findings ...
11 August 2009

Dr Linda Papadapolous Talks Sex Addiction

To celebrate the release of Californication: Season 2 on DVD August 10, Male First spoke to Dr Linda Papadapolous, one of the most well-known and respected psychologists in the UK.The ...

22 May 2009

Young People Keeping Quiet Over Chlamydia

Under 25s are risking their partner's sexual health by not telling them if they have a sexually transmitted infection because they are embarrassed. A new NHS survey shows that 16% ...

30 April 2009

Women’s Sex Lives And Confidence Blighted By Bacterial Vaginosis

Three quarters (75%) of women with BV (Bacterial Vaginosis) admit the condition has prevented them from getting intimate with their partner, according to a new survey by Balance Activ™ Vaginal Gel. ...

5 February 2009

1960's Generation hit by sex cancers

The onset of the "swinging 60s" looks to have heralded a rise in sexually-transmitted cancers, according to the latest research published in the British Journal of Cancer researchers.Incedents of anal, ...

5 December 2008

VIDEO STORY: TV Doctor Dr Dawn Harper gives advice about Bacterial Vaginosis

It seems absurd, in these sexually saturated times, that the nature of women's genitalia remains so problematic and more likely, embarrassing.Through the ages we have become more comfortable with discussing ...

31 October 2008

Too shy to talk about contraception?

44% of women have been unhappy with their contraception yet three quarters of GPs say they initiate discussions with women, according to results of a survey among UK women and ...

19 September 2008

Anna Richardson talks sex sex and more sex

She's currently exploring the ins and outs of British Sex Lives on Channel 4's The Sex Education Show from diseases to childbirth but has anything really shocked Anna Richardson? We ...

30 June 2008

Sex diseases has double in over-45s

Sexually transmitted infections have doubled in under a decade in people over 45.Men were most likely to be affected, with increases.Tragically, the sexual health of men and women of this ...

20 May 2008

Erectile Dysfunction Could Precede Heart Trouble

Men with erectile dysfunction were twice as likely as other men with diabetes to develop heart disease says a study the Chinese University of Hong Kong Expert have said men ...